 Join us at the Shirley's Way 5K, Family Fun Run and Walk.
Where: Iroquois Park
When: September 14th, Race Starts at 2pm
The average person can't afford to survive cancer. Shirley's Way's mission is to raise money through any avenue to help people pay for their medications and everyday living expenses. Please help us by buying something from our site or simply donating to the cause. Visit our site, http://www.shirleysway.com or our sister site at www.cancerisstupid.org.
 The new Southwest Regional Library is almost complete!
More than 50,000 new books were delivered on three semi-trailers. Altogether, the library will house more than 120,000 books -- half of which will be brand new. These books were purchased with a $1 million donation from The Library Foundation and its donors.
Checkout http://www.lfpl.org/branches/newsouthwest.html for more pictures and details!
 Subscribe to the LMPD's 3rd Division Crime Notifications and view all crimes in your area via LMPD's Crime Map.
If you see crime occurring, please contact the Louisville Metro Police Department. Call 911 for emergencies. Call 502-574-7111 for non-emergency related help or to find a towed vehicle. Call 574-LMPD to report crime tips.
 A portion of Iroquois Park’s
Rundill Road will be closed temporarily to all traffic (vehicles, bicycles,
pedestrians) for road and storm drainage repairs on September 4 and 5.
The affected portion runs between
Sanders Gate Road and Iroquois Parkway. (See above map. Closed segment
indicated by orange line.)
The Iroquois Park Stables may be
accessed by using either Sanders Gate Road or Dogwood Road (off Palatka).
Access to the Iroquois Park Golf Course via Iroquois Parkway will remain open.
The road segment will reopen on
Saturday, September 6.
 In May 2014, the Louisville - Jefferson County Waste Management District adopted a yard waste container regulation (51.507R) clarifying collection procedures. Residents who utilize yard waste collection services must use one of the following containers: reusable bin, paper yard waste bag, or compostable plastic bag meeting ASTMD6400 standards.
Answers to common questions:
What is yard waste?
Yard waste includes organic waste generated during regular household landscaping and gardening activities. Rocks, dirt, gravel, flower pots, and pot liners are not considered yard waste.
Are there alternatives to setting out yard waste for collection?
Yes. Mulching and/or composting at home is often the fastest and cheapest way to manage your yard waste.
What are my options if I need to have my yard waste collected?
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Best: Reusable containers are often cheaper than using single-use bags in the long run. Bins should have sturdy handles for collection crews, a capacity between 20 and 40 gallons, weigh no more than 60 pounds when filled, and be covered with a secure lid.
- Next Best: Paper yard waste bags that are not over filled and are folded closed.
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Still Good: Compostable plastic bags should clearly state they meet ASTM D6400 standards for composting. Bags marked “biodegradable” do not meet the requirement for this regulation. The compostable bags should be securely tied.
Why is using compostable bags important?
After your yard waste is collected, it is delivered to a compost facility. Regular plastic bags are not compostable and must be separated from the yard waste. Removing plastic bags increases processing costs and remaining shreds reduce demand for the compost. Compostable bags or reusable containers greatly reduce the amount of plastic sent to local compost facilities. This reduces processing costs and enhances the quality of the finished compost.
Can I still bundle my branches? Yes.
Does this affect my regular garbage collection?
No, this change only impacts yard waste collection.
What happens if I set my yard waste in a regular plastic bag?
Beginning January 1st, 2015, yard waste in plastic bags will not be collected and the homeowner may be subject to fines.
What can I do in peak yard waste seasons?
First reduce the volume of leaves by chopping them with your mower. Then, if you still have large amounts, use one of our free fall drop off sites .
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